What is the benefit of henna for hair

Henna

It is a plant found in the Middle East, and is used as a natural dye for hair, hands and nails . And it was used in the foot to treat many health problems such as: headache , diarrhea, and enlarged spleen, but at the present time it is still used to treat stomach and intestinal ulcers because it contains materials that work to fight various infections and help in healing and reducing pain. In this article, we will explain more about the benefits of henna for hair, and how to use it. ^{[1] [2]}

The benefits of henna for hair

Henna contains many benefits for hair that make many people use it regularly, including: ^[3]

• Stimulates hair growth and increases its density.
• Reduces hair loss .
• Treat dandruff and prevent its appearance.
• Reduces scalp itching; This is because it contains anti-fungal materials and various microbes that cause itchy head.
• Natural hair colors, helping to hide gray hair.
• It works to treat split ends of hair. Because it contains natural hair nutrients.
• It gives hair a shiny, healthy and naturally soft look.
• Reduces the oily, shiny look of oily hair .
• Purifies the scalp from microbes.

Benefits of general henna

The benefits of henna are not limited to hair only; Rather, its benefits multiply to include the whole body in itself, and among these benefits: ^[1]

• Treat eczema .
• It treats various fungal infections that may affect anywhere in the body.
• Treat scabies.
• Helps heal wounds.
• Relieves body pain.
• Used to make temporary tattoos on the skin.

Henna recipes for hair

Henna recipe for hair dye

We also mentioned that henna is a natural hair color, which gives it a red or orange color. To find out how to use it, here is this recipe: ^[4]

• the ingredients:
  • 100 grams of henna.
  • A cup of lemon juice.
  • Water.
• How to prepare:
  • Mix henna with lemon juice and a little water.
  • Leave the previous mixture for 5 hours before using it.
  • Then apply it on your hair for two hours.
  • Note: The more hours you leave henna on the hair ; The hair color is closer to the bright orange.

Recipe for henna and mustard oil

Henna helps reduce hair loss , and here is the recipe: ^[3]

• the ingredients:
  • 250 ml of mustard oil.
  • Some henna leaves.
• How to prepare:
  • Boil the mustard oil, then add the henna leaves to it and let it boil.
  • Massage the oil into your hair and scalp two to three times a week.
  • Note: The amount of oil must be consumed within a maximum period of one month.

Henna and egg recipe

This recipe helps give your hair a healthy look, because it is rich in proteins, and its method is: ^[5]

• the ingredients:
  • 2 tablespoons of henna powder.
  • A tablespoon of Shikakai powder.
  • A tablespoon of buttermilk curd.
  • Whole egg.
• How to prepare:
  • Mix the henna powder with Shikakai powder by adding a little water, and leave the mixture for an entire night.
  • In the morning, add eggs and yogurt curd to the previous henna mixture.
  • Then apply the mixture all over your hair from root to tip.
  • Leave it on your hair for 45 minutes to an hour.
  • Then rinse your hair with lukewarm water and a little sulfate-free shampoo.
  • Repeat this recipe once a week to get the desired results.

Henna and banana recipe

This recipe gives shine to your hair, and increases its elasticity, and its method is: ^[5]

• the ingredients:
  • 2 tablespoons of henna .
  • One banana.
• How to prepare:
  • Dissolve the henna a little using a little water until you get a doughy consistency, and leave it for a whole night.
  • In the morning, mash the banana and add it to the henna.
  • Wash your hair with water and a little shampoo, then put the previous mixture on your hair.
  • Leave it for 5 minutes, then wash your hair with lukewarm water.
  • Repeat this recipe once a week.

Recipe for henna, amla powder, eggs and lemon

This recipe helps in increasing hair density and preventing hair loss , and its method is: ^[5]

• the ingredients:
  • A cup of amla powder.
  • 3 tablespoons of henna powder.
  • 2 tablespoons of fenugreek powder .
  • Egg whites.
  • One lemon.
• How to prepare:
  • Mix the previous ingredients together by adding a little water, and leave it for an hour.
  • Then apply the mixture all over your hair.
  • Leave it on for 45 minutes to an hour.
  • Then rinse your hair with lukewarm water and shampoo.
  • The recipe is repeated once a week.

Henna and coffee recipe

If you want dark hair color without the need to use chemical dyes, here is this recipe: ^[5]

• the ingredients:
  • 5 tablespoons of henna .
  • A tablespoon of black coffee.
  • Cup water.
• How to prepare:
  • Boil the water with the coffee for a few minutes, then leave it until it becomes warm.
  • Then pour it over the bowl containing the henna, and mix the ingredients well to make sure there are no lumps.
  • Divide your hair and spread the previous mixture all over it to the roots.
• Leave it on your hair for 3-4 hours.
  • Then wash your hair with lukewarm water and a little sulfate-free shampoo.
  • Repeat this recipe once a month.

Henna and coconut milk recipe

This recipe helps in treating wrinkles and dry hair , and its method is: ^[5]

• the ingredients:
  • 10 tablespoons of henna powder.
  • A cup of coconut milk.
  • 4 tablespoons of olive oil .
• How to prepare:
  • Warm the coconut milk , then add the henna and olive oil.
  • Mix the previous ingredients well, to avoid lumps and to get a smooth mixture.
  • Apply the mixture on your hair, leave it for an hour, then wash your hair with water and shampoo.
  • Repeat this recipe once a week.

Side effects of using henna

Mostly it is safe and there are no side effects to it, but it may cause some harm, such as: ^[1]

• Redness and itching of the skin.
• In rare cases, it may cause a runny nose and a crisis.
• Avoid taking it orally, and you must see a doctor immediately in the event of such a health error.
• It should be noted to avoid using it on the skin of children.
• Avoid taking it by pregnant or breastfeeding women. Because it may cause a miscarriage.
• Avoid using it if allergic to it.

References

1. ^ ^{A b t} "HENNA" , the www.webmd.com , Retrieved 12-1-2018. Edited.
2. ↑ Milly Ahlquist, "Let's talk about henna" , www.au.lush.com , Retrieved 1-12-2018. Edited.
3. ^ ^{A b} "12Amazing Benefits Of Henna For Hair Growth , Hair & Health" , Www.rewardme.in , Retrieved 12-1-2018. Edited.
4. ↑ “HOW TO DYE HAIR NATURALLY? 10 ALL NATURAL HAIR DYES” , www.beautyandtips.com , Retrieved 1-12-2018. Edited.
5. ^ ^{A b t w c} Meenal Rajapet, "For Henna Hair: 9 & the Simple Effective Hair Packs , " , Www.stylecraze.com , Retrieved 12-1-2018. Edited.